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Los Cafeteros are back for their seventh World Cup, chasing the highs of their unforgettable 2014 campaign where James Rodríguez won the Golden Boot and the team reached the quarter-finals - now in Group K against Portugal, DR Congo, and Uzbekistan, opening against DR Congo on June 18 in Guadalajara.Sonnet 4.6
Colombia heads into the FIFA World Cup 2026 with an exciting squad, passionate supporters, and a history of producing skillful attacking footballers. Explore Colombia’s latest squad, fixtures, records, top scorers, and complete FIFA World Cup history.
Colombia FIFA World Cup Quick Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Country | Colombia |
| Football Association | Colombian Football Federation |
| Confederation | CONMEBOL |
| Nickname | Los Cafeteros |
| FIFA Ranking | Top 20 |
| First FIFA World Cup Appearance | 1962 |
| Total FIFA World Cup Appearances | 6 |
| Best FIFA World Cup Finish | Quarter-finals (2014) |
| Total Matches Played | 22 |
| Total Wins | 9 |
| Total Draws | 3 |
| Total Losses | 10 |
| Goals Scored | 32 |
| Goals Conceded | 30 |
| Win Percentage | 40.9% |
| Clean Sheets | 7 |
| Penalty Shootout Record | No Shootout Wins |
| Most World Cup Matches by Player | Carlos Valderrama - 10 |
| Most Goals by Player | James Rodríguez - 6 |
| Largest Victory | 4-1 vs Japan (2014) |
| Biggest Defeat | 1-5 vs Slovakia (1990) |
| Latest FIFA World Cup Appearance | 2018 |
Colombia FIFA World Cup 2026 Full Squad List
Coach: Néstor Lorenzo
Captain: James Rodríguez
Goalkeepers: Camilo Vargas (Atlas), David Ospina (Atlético Nacional), Álvaro Montero (Vélez Sarsfield).
Defenders: Johan Mojica (RCD Mallorca), Deiver Machado (Nantes), Daniel Muñoz (Crystal Palace), Santiago Arias (Esporte Clube Bahia), Yerry Mina (Cagliari), Davinson Sánchez (Galatasaray), Jhon Lucumí (Bologna), Willer Ditta (Cruz Azul).
Midfielders: James Rodríguez (Minnesota United), Jefferson Lerma (Crystal Palace), Richard Ríos (Palmeiras/Benfica), Juan Fernando Quintero (Racing Club), Jorge Carrascal (Dinamo Moscow), Kevin Castaño (Krasnodar), Jaminton Campaz (Rosario Central).
Forwards: Luis Díaz (Bayern Munich), Carlos Andrés Gómez (Campeonato Brasileiro), Jhon Córdoba (Krasnodar), Juan Camilo Hernández (Columbus Crew), Jhon Arias (Wolverhampton Wanderers).
Colombia FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule
| Match No. | Date | Time (Local) | Team 1 | Team 2 | Stadium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | Wed, June 17 | 20:00 | Uzbekistan | Colombia | Estadio Azteca (Mexico City) |
| 48 | Tue, June 23 | 20:00 | Colombia | Congo DR | Estadio Guadalajara (Zapopan) |
| 70 | Sat, June 27 | 15:00 | Colombia | Portugal | Houston Stadium (NRG) |
Colombia FIFA World Cup 2026 Results
| Date | Match | Match Score | Venue | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 June 2026 | Uzbekistan vs Colombia | Upcoming Fixture | Estadio Azteca, Mexico City | Group Stage |
| 23 June 2026 | Colombia vs Congo DR | Upcoming Fixture | Estadio Guadalajara, Zapopan | Group Stage |
| 27 June 2026 | Colombia vs Portugal | Upcoming Fixture | Houston Stadium (NRG), Houston | Group Stage |
Colombia All-Time FIFA World Cup Stats
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 22 |
| Wins | 9 |
| Draws | 3 |
| Losses | 10 |
| Goals Scored | 32 |
| Goals Conceded | 30 |
| Clean Sheets | 7 |
| Best Finish | Quarter-finals (2014) |
Colombia Most FIFA World Cup Appearances
| Rank | Player | Matches | Tournaments | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carlos Valderrama | 10 | 3 | 1990-1998 |
| 2 | David Ospina | 10 | 2 | 2014-2018 |
| 3 | Mario Yepes | 9 | 2 | 1998-2014 |
| 4 | James Rodríguez | 8 | 2 | 2014-2018 |
| 5 | Freddy Rincón | 8 | 3 | 1990-1998 |
| 6 | Leonel Álvarez | 8 | 3 | 1990-1998 |
| 7 | Juan Cuadrado | 8 | 2 | 2014-2018 |
| 8 | Radamel Falcao | 5 | 1 | 2018 |
| 9 | Luis Díaz | 0 | Yet to Play | 2026 |
| 10 | Jefferson Lerma | 4 | 1 | 2018 |
Colombia Top Scorers in FIFA World Cup
| Rank | Player | Goals | Matches | World Cups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | James Rodríguez | 6 | 8 | 2014-2018 |
| 2 | Adolfo Valencia | 2 | 5 | 1994-1998 |
| 3 | Bernardo Redín | 2 | 5 | 1990 |
| 4 | Freddy Rincón | 2 | 8 | 1990-1998 |
| 5 | Juan Pablo Ángel | 1 | 3 | 1998 |
| 6 | Juan Cuadrado | 1 | 8 | 2014-2018 |
| 7 | Yerry Mina | 3 | 5 | 2018 |
| 8 | Luis Muriel | 0 | 0 | Yet to Play |
| 9 | Luis Díaz | 0 | 0 | Yet to Play |
| 10 | Rafael Santos Borré | 0 | 0 | Yet to Play |
FAQs About Colombia FIFA World Cup Records
Colombia reached the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup in 2014.
James Rodríguez is Colombia’s leading FIFA World Cup goalscorer with six goals.
Colombia has appeared in six FIFA World Cup tournaments.
Carlos Valderrama holds the record for the most FIFA World Cup appearances for Colombia.
Colombia last appeared in the FIFA World Cup in 2018.
References
- FIFA Official Website
- FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Page
- FIFA Men’s World Ranking
- Colombian Football Federation